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Tunisia has six international airports:
- Tunis - Monastir - Sfax - Djerba - Tozeur - Tabarka
Search your best offer at www.tunisair.com
Vaccinations and healt:
No vaccinations are necessary to enter Tunisia. Please consult your doctor for up to date information. Bottled water is recommended.
Customs:
Free import allowance includes 200 cigarettes, 1 litre bottle of alcoholic beverage, and a reasonable amount of perfume. There are duty free shops on arrival in Tunisia.
Passport and Visas:
EU citizens need a full passport for stays up to 6 months. Other nationalities should check with the Tunisian Embassy (020 7584 8117) at least three weeks before departure.
Currency
The unit of currency is the Dinar and it can only be obtained in Tunisia. The exchange rate is fixed and is approximately 1 dinar = 0,60 . Cash or travellers cheques are readily exchangeable in banks, hotels and bureau de change. Receipts need to be kept to change leftover dinars back. ATMs are also available in major cities and credit cards are widely accepted.
Insurance
Holiday travel insurance is recommended. You can try at : www.worldnomads.com , an international assurance company
Time & Meteo
Tunisia is one hour ahead of the UK in winter. There is no time difference in the summer.
For weather informations go on www.meteo.tn
Dress code:
Tunisians have a generally relaxed attitude and casual clothing is worn. While topless bathing is allowed around most hotel swimming pools and on private beaches, respectable dress is required at religious sites.
Language:
Arabic is the official language, but French is widely spoken all over the country. Shopkeepers and hotel staff usually speak three or four European languages and English is widely spoken in tourist areas.
Religion:
98% of the population are Muslims, the remaining 2% are Jews, Christians and other denominations. The country's Islamic traditions have very little direct impact on holidaymakers.
Tipping:
Some restaurants include a service charge, but it is mainly left to the discretion of customers to tip staff who have been helpful and attentive.
Voltage:
UK / US electrical appliances will work but need a two-pin continental adapter.
Tunisia works on the European standard 220 volts
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